Opalka tomatoes are a prized heirloom variety known for their large, elongated, paste-style fruits and exceptional flavor. These indeterminate plants produce rich, meaty tomatoes with very few seeds and minimal juice, making them ideal for sauces, salsas, and canning. The fruits can grow up to 5-6 inches long, with a deep red color and a velvety, dense flesh. Opalka tomatoes are cherished for their sweet, rich taste that elevates any homemade dish.
Key Features:
- Type: Indeterminate, Heirloom
- Color: Deep red
- Fruit Size: 5-6 inches long, weighing 6-8 ounces
- Flavor: Sweet, rich, and slightly smoky
- Shape: Elongated and tapered with a pointed end
- Maturity: 80-85 days to harvest
Why Choose Opalka Tomatoes?
- Superior choice for sauces, pastes, and canning due to low water content
- Sweet, robust flavor ideal for homemade recipes
- Minimal seeds and thick flesh for a meatier texture
- Consistent high yields throughout the season
- Heirloom variety with a rich history of quality and flavor
Planting Instructions:
- Seed Starting: Sow seeds indoors 6-8 weeks before the last frost date. Plant seeds ¼ inch deep in seed-starting mix and keep soil evenly moist.
- Transplanting: Transplant outdoors after the frost has passed. Space plants 24-36 inches apart.
- Sunlight: Full sun, 6-8 hours daily for optimal growth.
- Watering: Water consistently at the base to maintain even moisture, avoiding overhead watering to prevent disease.
- Support: Use stakes, cages, or trellises to support the tall vines and keep fruits off the ground.
- Harvesting: Pick when fruits turn a vibrant red and feel firm but have a slight give when gently pressed.
Opalka tomatoes are a must-have for gardeners who love making their own sauces, soups, and salsas. Their rich, meaty texture and full-bodied flavor make them a standout in any garden or kitchen!
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